Bottom Line: It is 100% safe to delete the FiveM data/cache folder. Clearing FiveM cache will NOT delete your original GTA 5 game files, FiveM installation, or server character data.
What is the FiveM Cache Folder?
Located at %LocalAppData%\FiveM\FiveM.app\data\cache on Windows, this folder is created when playing FiveM (the custom GTA 5 Roleplay client).
When connecting to FiveM roleplay servers (like NoPixel), FiveM downloads custom server assets:
- Custom Vehicle Models & Textures: Modified car models, sound clips, and liveries.
- Server Maps & Scripts: MLO buildings, custom clothing packs, and server UI scripts.
As you join different GTA 5 RP servers, old cached assets from past servers remain saved locally, taking up 15 GB to 50 GB+.
Can You Delete FiveM Cache?
✅ Yes, it is safe to clear.
- Fixes FiveM crash errors: Clearing cache is FiveM’s official fix for Game Crash (Error Code 0x5) or texture loss (invisible roads).
- Auto-downloaded: When you reconnect to your favorite server, FiveM will simply download only the latest assets required for that server.
How to Safely Clean Up FiveM Cache
Method 1: Delete Cache Folders via File Explorer (Recommended)
- Close FiveM completely.
- Press
Win + R, type%LocalAppData%\FiveM\FiveM.app\data, and press Enter. - Delete
cacheandserver-cache-priv. ( Do NOT delete thegamefolder to avoid re-downloading GTA 5 base files ).
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